Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakland Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA from $400 (128 Rentals)

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Oakland, Atlanta, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakland area of Atlanta, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Adair Court Adult 55+ priced from $820. The Villages of Castleberry I&II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $841. Here are the most affordable Oakland apartments for rent in Atlanta, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adair Court Adult 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$820
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$841
Heritage Station Family Apartments11BR541BR,1BA$943
The SteedeA11BR,1BA$990
55 Milton1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$992
Spanish Oaks Apartment0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$999
Inspire2x2 Bunk Balcony2BR,2BA$999
Crogman School LoftsPicasso1BR,1BA$1,040
Capitol GatewayProvidence1BR,1BA$1,126

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakland, GA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oakland area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3B Model at Front Porch in the in the Little Five Points neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value Oakland apartment is the A2.2 Model at Ashley Auburn Pointe starting at $1,591 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Little Five Points neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Front Porch3B1BR,1BA$0.85
Ashley Auburn PointeA2.22BR,2BA$1.44
Columbia Peoplestown2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.38
11 Moreland Avenue Northeast11 Moreland Avenue Northeast3BR,1BA$1.36
Capitol GatewayCharleston2BR,1BA$1.54
Station Square Apartmentsnormal U2BR,1BA$1.60
Mechanicsville Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Adair Court Adult 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
The Villages of Castleberry I&IIThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.18
55 Milton1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oakland, Atlanta, GA

Ranked #15

Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Atlanta, GA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Oakland Neighborhood in Atlanta, GA

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

72 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakland is at Spanish Oaks Apartment listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakland Apartment is $820 at Adair Court Adult 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakland is starting from $849 at The Villages of Castleberry I&II.

What is the most affordable Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mechanicsville Family Apartments and starts from $1,199.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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